Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 mashed ripe bananas, eggs, melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- In a mixing bowl, whip together heavy cream and melted chocolate until creamy.
- Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate, spread frosting, then add the second layer.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
- Garnish with fresh banana slices and a sprinkle of chocolate chips.
Nutrition
Notes
Use ripe bananas for best results and ensure complete cooling before frosting to prevent melting.